About me

A multidisciplinary creative based in London specialising in illustration, design, and print. My artwork is focused on interpreting stories throught atmospheric and colourful visuals. Achieved a First Class Honours Degree in Illustration with Printmaking specialism at Arts University Bournemouth. Winner of the Affinity Digital Design Award at New Designers 2022. My work has also been showcased and acknowledged by the Association of Illustrators and SoYoung Magazine. Willing to apply my work to a variety of contexts and am excited to tackle new subjects that will push my visual language.

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Projects

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  CAMPERS /wordless comic/I screen-printed an edition of 15 copies which I bound into hard-cover concertina books A short comic that celebrates the simple but special little moments of camping by the seaside with friends. It's about being a part of a community, feeling liberated and at peace. A story about clothes and bags hanging everywhere, dirty dishes, hammocks and tents, the trees, the sand, the sun, and the sea. Inspired by a camping trip I had in Bulgaria. This work was exhibited at the New Designers 2022 and wo
• Camping Mug DesignProduced a design for a camping mug as part of the collectible series for Community Center ‘Sineva’.
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  THE CLOUD /wordless comic/A short wordless comic about the transcendent journey of a man through space. The comic was printed on recycled paper with a Risograph printer using the colours Fluro Pink and Medium Blue and every copy was bound by hand.

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Work history

Illustrator and DesignerArts University Bournemouth
Jun 2021 - Jul 2021Bournemouth, United KingdomFreelance
• Produced an illustrated poster for the Freshers’ Fair including a cover design and spot illustrations for the Freshers’ Guide • Created work to a high standard against tight deadlines while managing other commissions
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Illustrator and DesignerAlgomeda Cosmetics
Sep 2019 - Nov 2019Sofia, BulgariaFreelance
• Created a new brand identity for a small cruelty-free and vegan cosmetics company • Developed creative marketing packages including print materials, brochures, and cosmetic jar labels • Formatted final illustrations and ensured that they met specified color and quality standards

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Skills

• Visual Storytelling
• Screen Printing
• Video Editing
• Book Binding
• 2D Animation
• Digital Illustration

Education

IllustrationArts University Bournemouth
Aug 2019 - Jun 2022Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Awards

Affinity Digital Design AwardNEW DESIGNERS
https://www.newdesigners.com/awards/the-affinity-digital-design-award-2022/
Highly CommendedAssociation of Illustrators (AOI)
https://theaoi.com/wia/pavlena-mateeva-the-outsider-by-albert-camus/